Even without the roar of the Blue Angels overhead, San Francisco's Fleet Week still managed to draw plenty of visitors to the waterfront on Saturday.

The three-day airshow, typically the centerpiece of Fleet Week, looked a little different this year. The federal government shutdown grounded all U.S. military participation, including the Navy's Blue Angels, longtime favorites for spectators.

In their place, the Canadian and Colombian militaries stepped up to fill the gap.

A Colombian military band performed on the ground while civilian jets soared in tight formation above the Bay. It wasn't the typical mix of rock music and American military planes that visitors expected, but many newcomers didn't seem to mind.

"I've seen it on TV, but I've never experienced it [in person]," said Sandra

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